Australia Predicted Playing XI vs Zimbabwe. Source- AFPAfter a high-voltage thriller in Harare a couple of nights ago, Australia and Zimbabwe will clash again in the second ODI of the three-match series at the Harare Sports Club on Friday (September 18).In the AUS vs ZIM 1st ODI, Matt Renshaw and Nathan Ellis were the mainstays of the Australian line-up, but the World Champions will need the rest of their players to step up as they navigate a major transition in the 50-over format. In this article, we will analyse what changes can be made to the Australia Playing XI vs Zimbabwe for 2nd ODI. Top Order: Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head, Cooper ConnollyWith Pat Cummins out, Mitchell Marsh is leading the Aussies in AUS vs ZIM ODIs. The opener started brilliantly by punishing the new-ball bowlers in the first match, but he played one too many strokes and was sent back on 36. Marsh might not be under the pump, as he is coming off a dashing Hundred season. Travis Head was dismissed while chopping off onto the stumps in the AUS vs ZIM 1st ODI. The left-hander is having serious trouble with his technique, as it was his fourth consecutive dismissal in such a manner. Moreover, this year, he has been bowled nine times, six of which were chopped on. Still, Head would be retained in the Australia Playing XI vs Zimbabwe for 2nd ODI for his ability to turn games on their head. Cooper Connolly told the world why he is rated so highly in the Australian circle: he scored a solid half-century, but he could've turned it into a big one. The all-rounder also bagged a wicket, but Australia would want big runs from his blade in the next outing. Also Read: 22 Years And Counting! Zimbabwe Legend Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's Record For Longest ODI CareerMiddle Order: Josh Inglis, Alex Carey, Matt Renshaw, Oliver PeakeJosh Inglis was among the Australian batters who were responsible for the collapse. The attacking batter fell cheaply in the first ODI, but he won't throw away his wicket everytime. That said, he has scored a single fifty in the format, since his consecutive half-centuries against Pakistan earlier this year. Alex Carey got off to a nice start to his innings at Harare on Tuesday, but the southpaw gave his number to Brad Evans after doing the hard yards. He is one of the senior-most batters in the AUS Playing XI vs ZIM, and he would need to perform like one under the pump. The last game belonged to the legend of Matt Renshaw, as he revived the Australian innings from 107/4 to 294/8, slamming his maiden ODI century in his tenth outing. The stylish batter would be the mainstay of this middle order of the Australia Playing XI vs Zimbabwe for 3rd ODI. In the AUS vs ZIM 1st ODI, Renshaw was nicely assisted by the 20-year-old Oliver Peake, who scored 30 off 40 balls before getting hit wicket out off Newman Nyamhuri. The youngster played a vital role in the innings revival, but he needs to learn the art of finishing his job.Bowlers: Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Adam ZampaAfter getting runs on the board in the last match, Nathan Ellis bowled with a big heart for Australia in the AUS vs ZIM 1st ODI. With a five-wicket haul, Ellis has surely secured his place in the Australia Playing XI vs Zimbabwe for the 2nd ODI. Although Xavier Bartlett returned with just a solitary wicket, he could be retained for his ability to provide crucial runs down the order. Josh Hazlewood, who was rested in the last game, is expected to return to the AUS Playing XI vs ZIM for the 2nd ODI, replacing the injury-prone Spencer Johnson. Although Ellis picked up a fifer, Australia lacked experience, and Hoff would provide exactly the same, having played 96 ODIs for his country. Adam Zampa would complete Australia’s bowling attack. The leggie bagged just a single wicket in the last outing, but he will be eager to take a couple more as he is on the verge of completing 200 ODI wickets, needing just one. Australia Predicted Playing XI vs Zimbabwe- 2nd ODI, 20261) Mitchell Marsh (C), 2) Travis Head, 3) Cooper Connolly, 4) Josh Inglis (wk), 5) Alex Carey, 6) Matt Renshaw, 7) Oliver Peake, 8) Xavier Bartlett, 9) Nathan Ellis, 10) Josh Hazlewood, 11) Adam Zampa.Also Read: Nigar Sultana Shocks BCB With T20I Captaincy Exit Decision
